thanks for reply Fnord. I realise my play was miserable on that gutshot hand. However, i have seen more people taking a stab at the pot in my $4-$8 limit and $9-$18 limit live game than this 25$ no limit game.

I am sure i would need some major adjustments but the book is a good start. I hear Ed Miller is coming out with a no limit book in May. Now if its anywhere close as good to his limit book, it would be a boon for newbies like me...